GRE Word List

POTENTIAL

existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality

The meaning of the word potential is existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality.

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WordMeaning
giddydizzy
bedraggleto wet thoroughly
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
carata unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy
ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
nostalgiaa wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for return to or of some past period or irrecoverable condition
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
nebulousof, relating to, or resembling a nebula : nebular
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure